Guided Tours

Pompeii & Villa of Mysteries Small Group Guided Tour

Ancient ruins and statue in a field of poppies, Pompeii with mountains in the background.

Ancient ruins with columns in Pompeii under a blue sky.

Tour group exploring ancient ruins in Pompeii with stone columns and walls.

Ancient pottery and artifacts in a storage room at Pompeii archaeological site.

Duration

3 hr

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Guided tour

Discover Pompeii alongside an archaeologist guide in a small group VIP walking tour. See key excavations such as the House of Faun, the Forum.

4.6/5

(34)

Charles

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Friendly and enthusiastic guide with good knoweldge of the site and its history. Small group. Headphones worked fine. Well paced 3 hour tour taking in a good sample of the best sites to see in Pompeii. The Villa dei Misteri was a highlight for me with its set of frescoes showing a Roman woman's journey to marriage - life size paintings in very good condition. The tour inevitably left out other "must see" sites, so taking an early morning tour and then staying on for the rest of the day to do more exploring on your own definitely recommended. The restaurant at the top of the catering building in the middle of the site was very good - ignore the self-service queues and walk up to the restaurant - nice terrace with tables and views over Pompeii.

Tamara

Aug 2025

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5/5

Our guide, Ana Sorrento from Aksos Tours was fantastic. She brought the whole thing to life for us. Pompeii was definitely a highlight for us and the Villa dei Misteri is so worth the extra time. Pompeii was beautiful and poignant. I couldn't believe how well preserved and large the site was. It was very easy to imagine what say to day life must've been like there, with the help of Ana's descriptions. Very hot and long day so be prepared. I'd advise taking a small face towel so that you can wet it and wipe yourself during the day to get some relief from the heat. Definitely take a hat, linen long sleeve shirt too.

Scott

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We had the most amazing tour guide, Theresa from ASKOS tours. I booked the small tour group, and overall we were about 12 people. She provided an excellent experience of showing us all the key places in Pompeii, while being entertaining and engaging. In hindsight, I'm very glad to have booked this tour as Pompeii could easily become overwhelming with both it's size and number of interesting sights. The Villa of Mysteries was also a fantastic way to end the tour.

Experience an exclusive 3-hour tour of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Your English-speaking guide will captivate you with historical tales, detailing how the city was buried two millennia ago by volcanic eruptions.

Marvel at Pompeii's vast House of Faun and traverse Via dell’Abbondanza to reach the pivotal Teatro Grande, the city's main theater.

Visit the celebrated Villa dei Misteri, renowned for its well-preserved frescoes depicting various scenes, including the initiation rites of a mystery cult.

Fun Fact: The Lupanar, Pompeii's best-preserved brothel, has stone beds and explicit frescoes that reveal the city's social and sexual culture.

3-hour guided tour of Pompeii with entry

English-speaking archaeological guide

Small group tour of Pompeii

Entry to Villa dei Misteri

Transportation on meeting spot

Food & drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

4.6
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What our guests say
Charles
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Friendly and enthusiastic guide with good knoweldge of the site and its history. Small group. Headphones worked fine. Well paced 3 hour tour taking in a good sample of the best sites to see in Pompeii. The Villa dei Misteri was a highlight for me with its set of frescoes showing a Roman woman's journey to marriage - life size paintings in very good condition. The tour inevitably left out other "must see" sites, so taking an early morning tour and then staying on for the rest of the day to do more exploring on your own definitely recommended. The restaurant at the top of the catering building in the middle of the site was very good - ignore the self-service queues and walk up to the restaurant - nice terrace with tables and views over Pompeii.
Paul
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
A fantastic tour with a really knowledgeable guide. An unforgettable experience wandering the ancient streets of Pompeii
Espinasse
Oct 2025
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4/5
Very well planned visit, adapting to the world in certain places, with lots of anecdotes and facts. I had the impression that we were going fast, but that's exactly what we needed, as the time was perfectly controlled over 3 hours. Thanks to Antoinette, our guide, for her kindness and availability.
Hannah
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We did the three hour Pompeii tour including the Villa of Mysteries with Mario our tour guide! I would recommend a tour with Mario to anyone! He was so informative and friendly and was always happy to answer as many questions as you wanted! the villa of mysteries is completely worth it!
William
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The gentle enthusiasm of the guide. Who clearly had led these tours many times but was still comfortable with addressing the questions from the tour members. I'd advise anyone taking a visit to Pompei to start with a tour before exploring for the rest of the day themselves.

VIP tour of the ancient Roman city

Embark on an exclusive 3-hour guided tour of Pompeii, an ancient city with a history spanning thousands of years. An expert archaeological guide, fluent in English, will accompany you, starting with the first rays of sunlight, revealing the history and culture of the Romans. Learn about the city's history, including the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This volcanic eruption buried the city under a thick layer of ash and pumice, preserving it remarkably well for centuries.

Walk through Pompeii’s highlights

As you stroll towards Pompeii's House of Faun, discover one of the city's most remarkable private residences. Renowned for its grandeur, the House of Faun spans approximately 30,000 square feet, ranking among Pompeii's largest houses. Follow the Via dell’Abbondanza to access the Teatro Grande, Pompeii's most significant theater, dedicated to theatrical performances, musical events, and various public spectacles. But the true highlight of this tour is none other than the Villa of the Mysteries, where you can see the mysterious paintings on the walls depicting ancient ceremonies.

What to bring

A valid ID or passport is required for entry.

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen and water. Flip-flops are not suitable.

Only small dogs on a leash can be brought inside the park. Guide dogs with a certificate are permitted.

What’s not allowed

Flash photography and tripods are allowed in this experience.

Accessibility

This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues or impairments, because of challenging terrain.

Additional note

The fee for the excavation sites of Pompeii is free for all first Sundays of the month.

Facilities: cloakroom.

Full names of all visitors must be provided at the time of booking.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at the Porta Marina Superiore.

Address: Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy

Landmark: Main Entrance gate of the Pompeii ruins called Porta Marina Superiore.

Your guide will hold a sign with "ASKOS TOURS" written on it.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point